Astronomy
202
Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics
Astrophysics deals largely with fluids - matter that flows. This material is very different from the point masses considered by classical mechanics. In this course, you will first develop the conceptual tools needed to treat fluids in general. You will then use these tools to describe a range of phenomena, from simple terrestrial flows to oscillating clouds and supernova blastwaves.
Lecturer
Office: 423 Campbell
Phone: 642-1164
Office Hours: 1-2 pm Thursday, or anytime by appointment
Course Text
Princples of Astrophysical Fluid Dyamics, Clarke & Carswell (Cambridge, 2007)
Course Schedule
Tuesday, Thursday 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, 501 Campbell Hall
Course Control Number (CCN)
06723
Grading
For students taking the course Pass/Fail: 100% of the grade is based on the final exam.
For those taking the course for a letter grade: 40% - final exam, 60% - homework problems
Syllabus subject to change!
Announcements
The final exam will be held on Thursday, May 12, from 11:00 am (sharp) until 12:30 pm. You are free to bring the textbook, your lecture notes, and, of course, a calculator.
Homework Assignments and Final Exam
Assignment 1 due Feb 1, 2011 solutions
Assignment 2 due Feb 15, 2011 solutions
Assignment 3 due March 1, 2011 solutions
Assignment 4 due March 15, 2011 solutions
Assignment 5 due April 5, 2011 solutions
Assignment 6 due April 19, 2011 solutions
Assignment 7 due May 3, 2011 solutions
Final Exam May 12, 2011 solutions